On Monday, July 8th, Robert Reas from the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center visited the Henry Carter Hull Library to teach some very enthusiastic children about rocks and minerals. This program was sponsored by the Clinton Land and Conservation Trust whose goal is to promote the preservation and study of local natural resources as well as to encourage people of all ages to learn more about those resources. The event was sponsored in honor of Lynnabeth Mays, a former children’s librarian at the HCH Library whose dedication to the children of Clinton and philosophy of service to all is still an influential presence.
The Rockin’ Rocks program aimed to teach children about the rock cycle, the difference between various types of rocks, and the unique rocks of Connecticut. Children gained a vast amount of knowledge about how rocks are formed and how the environment affects rock formation. They were also able to get up close and explore different rocks and minerals including geodes, pyrite or fool’s gold, and granite. Children who attended thought Rockin’ Rocks was “pretty cool,” learned a lot, and were able to ask many fantastic questions about rocks, fossils, and minerals. The library extends many thanks to the Clinton Land Trust for making this program possible and for honoring the memory of Lynnabeth Mays.
If learning more about the local environment, wildlife, and habitats sounds interesting, the HCH Library has passes for free admission for 4 people to the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center available. You can call or drop by in order to reserve the pass.
